This course promotes active learning. In order to satisfy course objectives, students must come to class prepared. This means that all reading assignments are to be completed prior to each class period so that students can be actively involved in group activities and class discussions. Given the accelerated format and amount of course work that takes place in class, students are required to attend every class. The final determination of one’s level of participation will be completed in accord with the following rubric developed by Dr. Fred Savits:
Criteria
Consistently
4
Occasionally
3
Seldom
2
Never/Rarely
1
Asking and answering questions
Active engagement in class discussions
Discuss reasonable arguments
Listening to and discussing with others and the instructor
Making contribution to the benefit all of the class
Being attentive
Making eye contact, facial expression of acknowledgement, attentive body language
Attending Class
Taking notes
Research Development Project: 30 points
Devise own research project and describe each part of the process. Begin with the following questions in mind: What does your research aim to understand? What does your research aim to change?
This project does not need to be written in paper format. You can use outline format, powerpoint, audio, etc. However, please mark the overall sections and keep the order for ease of understanding. The most important pieces of this project are that you analyze each section thoroughly and with depth of thinking.
Read one of the articles posted below; it doesn't have to be within your grade level. With a partner, evaluate the research by answering the questions posted below to guide you in your evaluation.
Attendance and Participation: 40 points
This course promotes active learning. In order to satisfy course objectives, students must come to class prepared. This means that all reading assignments are to be completed prior to each class period so that students can be actively involved in group activities and class discussions. Given the accelerated format and amount of course work that takes place in class, students are required to attend every class. The final determination of one’s level of participation will be completed in accord with the following rubric developed by Dr. Fred Savits:4
3
2
1
Research Development Project: 30 points
Devise own research project and describe each part of the process. Begin with the following questions in mind: What does your research aim to understand? What does your research aim to change?This project does not need to be written in paper format. You can use outline format, powerpoint, audio, etc. However, please mark the overall sections and keep the order for ease of understanding. The most important pieces of this project are that you analyze each section thoroughly and with depth of thinking.
Critique of Article/Video Presentation: 30 points
Watch one of the videos posted on the wiki under Course Projects #2. Using the questions listed below as a guide, critically evaluate the study.Read one of the articles posted below; it doesn't have to be within your grade level. With a partner, evaluate the research by answering the questions posted below to guide you in your evaluation.